–1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened– 1 cup granulated sugar– 1 cup packed brown sugar– 2 large egg– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract– 3 cups all-purpose flour– 1 teaspoon baking soda– 1/2 teaspoon salt– 2 cups chocolate chip– Optional: 1 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts or pecans)
Instructions
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking mat
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy
Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter-sugar mixture, mixing until just combined
Fold in the chocolate chips (and nuts if using) until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough
Drop rounded tablespoonfuls of dough onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 2 inches apart
Bake for 9 to 11 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. The centers may appear slightly undercooked, but they will firm up as they cool
Allow the cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes, then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely
Repeat the process with the remaining dough, baking one batch at a time, until all the cookies are baked
Enjoy your homemade chocolate chip cookies with a glass of cold milk or share them with friends and family
You can customize this recipe by adding other mix-ins like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or even shredded coconut. Also, feel free to adjust the baking time based on your desired level of softness or crispiness for the cookies